The Format (2001-2008), cultishly admired Power Pop band who made just two albums before breaking up. While predating the Pop Revival genre, they had major influence on many of the bands who would later inhabit the genre.

The Shins (1996-present), An older band whose indie-pop sound and relative success in the world of indie rock led to them being a massive influence on the sound of later Pop Revival bands, who have in turn influenced the Shins' more recent recordings.

Vampire Weekend (2006-present), critical darlings who were also the first band in the genre to make any sort of headway in the mainstream.

Vivian Girls (2007-present), the Trope Codifier for their use of harmonies, echo-y effects, and sixties-throwback aesthetics.